FTC Proposes Repeal of Apparel Care Labeling Rule
The Federal Trade Commission is proposing to repeal its trade regulation rule on apparel care labeling. The commission’s July 23 proposed rule says the rule may be unnecessary because manufacturers would likely continue to provide care information to consumers. The…
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care labeling regulations also may limit innovation and flexibility in the textile and apparel industry by requiring specific disclosures. The care labeling rule requires apparel manufacturers and importers to attach labels to their products that describe appropriate care for ordinary use of their product, including by way of approved care symbols instead of words. Comments on the proposal are due Sept. 21.